Former Rep. Mike Rogers is advocating for a pause on new data center projects to address concerns raised by Michigan voters.
Key facts
- •Mike Rogers is a Republican candidate in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race.
- •The proposed moratorium would last for one year.
- •Rogers stated the pause is needed to address questions from Michiganders.
- •The position was shared during an interview with NewsNation’s Katie Pavlich.
Former Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) has proposed a one-year moratorium on the construction of data centers in Michigan. Rogers, who is currently running for a U.S. Senate seat, stated that the pause is necessary to allow residents to have their questions regarding these projects answered.
Campaign Trail Concerns
Rogers cited feedback from voters during his campaign as the primary driver for his position. He discussed the issue during an interview with NewsNation’s Katie Pavlich, emphasizing the need for clarity regarding the impact and nature of data center developments in the state.
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